Joyce Beats Smart Money in NYC Lightweight Bout
Willie Joyce defeated NBC champion Ike Williams by split 10 round decision at Madison Square Garden, claiming the title in a furious contest after both floored in the rounds. Col. Eddie Egan warned of suspensions over rumors of misconduct, then congratulated Joyce in the dressing rooms.
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Radio Program Schedule Changes in New York June
Cigar ette sponsor drops one network as a CBS program with Harry Prime and Monica Ley ends its 15 minute music shows. In two weeks Danny Gay will replace it. Perry Como Supper Club on NBC remains renewed. Other listed items include Foreign Policy Tid Orama and various time slots and artists across CBS NBC and ABC networks.
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Fitz Hurls One-Hit Victory Over Packers
Greencastle pitchers dominate as Fitz no walks through seven innings and only one hit allows Fairchild Baker on base. Packers score none. Greencastle wins 29 to 0 with Ogie and Zigler leading at bat. Final line shows Brasheers Williams Hichel burger Crockett Fitz Peck on scorecard.
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Pro Diffendal Resigns to Lead Fountain Head Golf Club
Martinsburg West Virginia June 9 Bob Diffendal pro at the Opequon Golf Club for five years has resigned to become pro at the Fountain Head Club in Hagerstown Maryland. President Garland Dunn said Russ Halabaugh of Washington, runner up in the Maryland District championship, will replace Diffendal.
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York Surprises The Loop Leaders With 5 To 1 Win
York White Roses upset Inter state League leaders Lancaster Red Roses 5 to 1 at York. Ralph Domenick allowed eight hits as York built a fifth inning rally with three runs including a Domenick double. Joe Nandles and Bunny Griffiths had three hits each to pace the York attack.
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To Hold Meeting On Beef Subsidy In Frederick
AAA representatives will discuss phases of the new beef subsidy for farmers at a meeting Monday afternoon June 11 in Frederick. County AAA committees from Washington Frederick Montgomery Howard and Carroll counties will attend with chief clerks. Details on eligibility and payment basis under CCC finance program will be explained.
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Commodity Credit Corporation
Play Outfit Pattern for Smart, Simple Sew
Advertisement for a halter neck suit skirt and bolero play outfit pattern labeled as smart and simple. Offers patterns in sizes 10 12 and 16 with fabric requirements listed as 13 percent inch? for bolero and fabric for skirt. Provides Pattern Department address Ha Serstown Daily ae New York 11 W 19th St for ordering.
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Youths Sentenced In Larceny Case
Three local men pleaded guilty in Federal Court to stealing cigarettes from a Pennsylvania Railroad freight car. Judge William C. Coleman sentenced James D. Burger to 18 months and Russell Stanley and Charles L. Brown to one year and a day each. They were arrested with the cigarettes by Patrolmen Blenard and Stains.
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Combat Casualties Pass Million Mark in World War III
Washington reported total combat casualties for the armed forces in World War III reaching 1,012,049 through V-E Day. The Army totaled 895,834 with 230,173 killed and 613,611 wounded. Navy casualties reached 116,215 with a week rise of 3,347.
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Work on municipal barn to begin soon
City engineers approve replacement of fire damaged barn at the City farm. Charles Stump authorized to supervise the project with city furnishing materials and most labor. Despite no bids, work will start and the barn will be a show place.
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Graduation At Hancock Friday Ceremony Details
Hancock High School awarded diplomas to 23 graduates last evening at the school. Principal Douglas M. Bivens handed out prizes as Superintendent Benjamin C. Willis spoke, with salutatory by Benjamin Greenspoon and the valedictory by Ellanor Norris. Special awards honored attendance, scholastic achievement, and four year averages, while a Read ers Digest subscription went to Norris. After four years of top marks, Mary Frances Carpenter, Dorcas Creek, Dorcas, and others appeared on the honor roll. Delvie Younker was noted for military service and received his diploma by his mother. The gathering closed Hancock County commencements with the war memorial fund thanked by Dr. Homer Tabler. The National Rifle Association pre-induction training program is cited for training over 68,000 skilled arms marksmen in the armed forces.
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Dorothea Creek
Conn & Fine Department Store
Wartime Army News From Hagerstown Area Soldiers
Private Robert Mack returns to Jefferson Barracks after furlough and works as an occupational counselor for returning veterans. Lt. Merle T. Kendall Jr. earns the Good Conduct Medal at Westover Field. Williamsport soldiers in Germany mark second overseas anniversary with Paul I. Palmer Walter Teach Boyd Kirby and Walter Butts. Butts reaches 38 points toward discharge after nine months overseas with multiple campaigns. Pfc John H. Munday moves to U S General Hospital in North Carolina for further treatment. Brothers Harold and Paul Kline reunite in Munich after three years apart with six and four campaign stars respectively. Pvt Russell K Sites Jr reports from Austria. Ensign Harry Hoch promoted to lieutenant (j.g.) USNR in Miami and earned Navy wings.
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Grange Honors Deceased Members And Forms Juvenile Group
Leitersburg Grange held a memorial service for six deceased members with Prof. B E Russell Hicks of Hagerstown delivering the address. Lorraine Everett read, Louise Eckstine and Betty Low performed a duet, and roses were placed on the altar. A new Grange was organized by 29 youths led by Mrs Lawrence Johns. Officers were elected including Buddy Jones master and Patsy Barr secretary. Installation is set for June 20 with Mrs Quinn presiding. charter shows 39 members.
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Ace Adams Relief Hurler Has Giants in 234 Games
Ace Adams, relief pitcher for the New York Giants, appeared in 234 games over the last four seasons. Walter Johnson started 15 American League openers, anchoring rotation duties.
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Soldier from Rash recounts near Waterloo near war end
Corp. Thomas G. Rash from Hancock New York writes from a Paris hospital after a wartime accident near Grevesmuhlen about 15 miles from the Baltic. He notes a long cast with three months in recovery and hints at returning home soon after the war. He serves in the Signal Corps with the 7th Armored Division.
Montgomery Ward Seizure Declared Legal by Appeals Court
CHICAGO June 9 The United States Circuit Court of Appeals ruled the government seizure of Montgomery Ward and Company properties in seven cities on December 28 was legal deeming Ward a war production concern. Two judges backed Roosevelt authority while Judge Sparks dissented agreeing the seizure had no constitutional basis. A Ward spokesman said a rehearing would be sought.
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Bill Steinecks Veteran Catcher preps after Yankee trial
Bill Steinecks, a veteran catcher who had a spring trial with the New York Yankees, previously played basketball for a House of David team and was noted for his beard during his active days.
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